What is Dillard's point of view about her topic?

What do you think was Dillard's purpose in wriitng this article? Did he succeed in so far as you are concerned? Why do you say so?

What kind of "love" is Dillard referring to?

Who do you think is Dillard's intended reader?

To what did Dillard liken life? Do you agree with her? Why/why not?

What does the writer mean by "...but it's the only show in town?"

What is Dillard's message?

What supporting details did Dillard use to drive home her message? How did she arrange these? Did the arrangement of ideas contribute to effective organization?

How does Dillard define the word "talent"? Do you agree with her? Why or why not?